I could spend time writing about how I think Abdul Hodge should have made the team, but the reality is that there are more pressing matters at hand. The regular season is here for the Packers and the tests begin immediately. Monday night's game against the Vikings is enormous. It could very well set the tone for the Packers season and for the NFC North division.

My gut tells me that we're going to find out quite a bit about Mr. Rodgers Monday night. The Vikings defensive line is going to be hard to run against. It doesn't help that Ryan Grant hasn't been tackled on a meaningful play since the NFC Championship game. Minnesota has to be thinking that it wants to force Aaron Rodgers to beat them. It will be up to Rodgers to prove that he's ready for prime time--literally.

Naturally, the Packers defense likely feels the same way about Tarvaris Jackson. The problem is, I'm not sure the Packers run defense can shut down Adrian Peterson and force Jackson to make the big plays. I also happen to think that Jackson is not going to be the huge liability that some expect. If he is merely competent, the Vikings have a great chance to win the division.

Lambeau Field will be crackling with energy and excitement Monday night. Those home fans will make a difference. By the end of the night, we'll have a big indication about how the 2008 season is going to unfold. Here we go.